PERSONAL BIO
Hi! I'm Shannon, A Designer and 3D Artist.
I am a likeable, creative, and adaptable person with over 12 years experience in 3D oriented and Architectural design, as well as UX/UI. Over the span of my career I have had the pleasure to work on over 300 projects with clients from all over the world and in various fields, some of which include Architecture, VR and game design, the NFT space, Creative Agencies, Branding and Marketing, as well as concepting 'out of the box' ideas like Shipping Container conversions and VR flight simulation.
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I am happiest with friends and family, enjoying a good Whiskey or engaging in one of my many hobbies and interests.
POSM/ ADVERTISING
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BEVERAGE CAMPAIGNS - POSM, EVENTS, ACTIVATIONS
BRAND SPACES - RETAIL, HOSPITALITY, CORPORATE
VODACOM - EXPO STAND 2024
ARCHITECTURAL VISUALIZATION
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INTERIOR SPACES
EXTERIOR SPACES
3D ART
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EXPERIENCE, SKILLS.
WORK HISTORY
RAPT Creative Agency - 3D Specialist
Jan 2024 - Present
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Brainstorm and create 3D and 2D designs (POSM, Archviz, Exhibitions, Activations and general 3D) for global brands including Coca-Cola, Heineken, Nivea, Schweppes, Tanqueray, Jack Daniels.
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Parallax Designs - Owner. UX/UI designer, Lead 3D Artist
Nov 2013 - 2023
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Own and run a Freelance design studio for 10 years. Web and UX/UI design, 3D Design/concepting, Architectural Rendering and Interior Design.
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Worked on over 200 large- and small-scale projects, covering: Visual and Web design, UX/UI, user testing for consumer facing products. 3D design in commercial, retail, hospitality, POSM and product design industries. Design consultation and concept work for the games industry.
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Design Consultant for Red Bull, Vodacom Durban July, Views@25, RAPT Creative, Bastion Development, Sweet Treats redesign, Roti Rollers and On A Roll franchise, Shipping Container conversions, & high profile personal clients.
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Creating concepts, visual mock-ups and specifications. Spearheaded communication with clients and design teams to successfully complete projects.
Cannon Kitchens - Lead Designer
May 2017 – August 2022
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I have delivered inspired kitchen and interior designs for over 140 clients.
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Created high-end, practical designs that has led to high client satisfaction and improved turnaround time by 50%.
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Consulted on web design and social media branding, client interaction and sales, and interior design.
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Tip Top Tables - Owner, Operator
June 2010 - 2013
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I saw a gap in the Hospitality industry: Opened and grew a successful business hiring tablecloths and serviettes.
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Supplied 3 restaurants full time, successfully catered for 20+ weddings and events.
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I acquired marketing skills (SEO, online advertising) and people skills to bolster interest in my business by 50%.
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Upon closing my business, I managed to break even selling my stock despite a downward turn in the restaurant industry.
G.BaT (Ground based Aviation Training) - Lead Art and Design
2010 – 2013
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We pioneered the development and manufacturing of hardware and software for virtual flight simulators.
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I worked with the CEO to spearhead an efficient workflow to design and implement UI for aircraft cockpits.
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I took charge of 3D modelling aircraft cockpits and parts for 3D printing, and implementation into game creation software like Xplane, Microsoft Flight Simulator, and Unreal Engine.
Sharpline Signs and Graphics. – Paid Intern
2009
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I was tasked with designing, and also assisting the team in creating eye-catching logos, decals and signs for over 30 business and personal clients.
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Assisted the graphics team as an overflow designer on large projects to increase company productivity.
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On site experience with shop fitting and training in customer interaction and sales.
SKILL SET.
SKILLS
TOOLBOX
3D Design and Modelling
3D Rendering
Animation
Environment, Character Modelling
Product Design
3D Printing
User Experience Design
User Interface Design
Prototyping
Wireframe
Graphic Design
User Testing
Web Design
Video and Sound Editing
Blender
Cycles and EEVEE Render engines
SketchUp
D5 Render
Enscape
Lumion
Rhino
ArtiCad
Microsoft 365
Bitly
MailChimp
Figma
Adobe CC (Photoshop, Illustrator, Lightroom Bridge)
InVision
Balsamiq
Adobe Colour
AI assisted software (Uizard, Stable Diffusion, Midjourney, Adobe Firefly Chat GPT, Colormind)
Corel Draw
SOFT SKILLS
ASK ME ABOUT
Project Management
Adaptable
Presentation Skills
Public Speaking
Team Player
Honest
Delegation
Brainstorming
Self-Awareness.
Hobbies
Tips for great fried chicken
My hatred of Star Wars Ep VIII
The love of Whisky
Why disposable Braai’s (BBQ’s) are a badly designed, good idea.
CLIENT TESTAMONIALS.
Riaan Fitzgereld - Creative Director
RAPT Creative
Shannon is a self-driven individual with excellent artistic abilities.
He will leap forward and provide the cover needed in any creative team. I would recommend him for any of your upcoming 3D Visualization projects.
Laurence Hendey - C.E.O
G.Bat/ Alvern Cables
Shannon is a talented and enthusiastic artist that brought great value to our business.
Despite being young and fairly inexperienced at the time of employment at G.bat, he was eager to attack any task given to him and showed great aptitude learning new software and applying solutions to any problem in a creative and efficient way. This led to him being a great asset and vital to the success of several significant projects.
I recommend Shannon without hesitation.
Nikkita Chetty - Director
MEGATRANS
Excellent renderings done by Shannon. Shannon was able to create exactly what I envisioned. What I appreciated about working with Shannon is his patience and kindness in understanding what I was looking for and offering the best workable option. My renderings were for a chain store and often required last minute changes, and edits, and Shannon always delivered on time and met with the demands and pressure of my team.
I’ve always been completely satisfied at the end of each project.
Michael Cannon -
Cannon Kitchens - Owner
Shannon has been working as our designer for over 4 years and his work ethic is excellent. I'm always amazed how he excels at just about every design we give him. He is creative, driven, an excellent problem solver and he always puts in that extra bit of effort to make sure the client gets the very best.
Diandre Leitch - Product Designer/Owner
THE BLOC STUDIO
I really admire Shannon's work and the time, creativity and effort he puts into each individual project. I have zero concerns about recommending him to other clients knowing that he will treat them well and deliver expetional work that they wil be thrilled with.
Nichole Els - Operations Manager
Freitan Logistics
Shannon designed my new kitchen. His design was so well thought out, practical and modern. I wasn't sure what I wanted or where to start with the design of my new kitchen. Shannon provided me with everything I didn't know I wanted, from the first render. He designed my kitchen to suit my entire family & took into account any challenges each person might have when working in the kitchen eg. I am tall but my mom was very short & he took this info into account when designing the work spaces, microwave placement etc. I would recommend Shannon, he is really talented and so patient.
Nadine Groenavald -
Jade Franchise - Owner
Diamond Dot - Owner
Shannon has been a pleasure to work with, and did an amazing job designing our new store. He was driven, knowledgeable, and I found him quick to jump into any challenge. I also found him to give good advice and also very responsive to feedback on the project.
I can also vouch for his character, knowing him for over 10 years. He is kind, communicative and has a strong set of personal values.
I have full confidence recommending Shannon.